Madison County Sheriff's deputies investigate hit and run in Georgetown

Georgetown, N.Y. -- Madison County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a hit and run accident that occurred at 7:25 p.m. today on State Route 26 between East Hill Road and Bronder Hollow Road in Georgetown.

Here's what happened, according to sheriff's deputies:

A 76-year-old man was walking along state Route 26 when he was struck from behind by
a passing vehicle. The only description is that the vehicle is a smaller car, dark in color.
No make, model or other identifying information is available. The vehicle is missing the
passenger side mirror as a result of this accident.

The victim was transported to Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse by Georgetown Ambulance with injuries described as non-life-threatening. His identity hasn't been released to ensure family members are notified.

Anyone who may have been in the area or sees a vehicle matching this description is
asked to call Madison County Sheriff’s deputies at 366-2311.